2017
Degree
and Diploma
Web Edition
Updated 15 November 2016
Computing, Games
and Information
Technology
WHAT IS
COMPUTER
SCIENCE
AND IT?
WE ARE LIVING IN A DIGITAL AGE WHERE TOO MUCH
INFORMATION IS NEVER ENOUGH.
Fast Facts
——Salaries start at
around $60,000
and can leap
to $350,000
for management
positions
(careers with code).*
——60 per cent of
jobs that will be
available 10 years
from now haven’t
been invented.
*Source: See Page 19
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Every industry needs experts in computer
science and IT to help them manage and
process data and provide network support
and security.
In a nutshell, computer scientists understand
the ‘why’ behind programs and IT specialists
manage systems.
But a successful career in IT depends on
how YOUR wires are connected.
How is your brain wired?
Get the right degree from RMIT.
www.youtube.com/
watch?v=qOlBH4B8Vv4
Are you a logical thinker who loves to code?
Intrigued by complex software systems?
Or maybe you have a passion for IT
and get a kick out of troubleshooting?
Then you’ll be challenged by the
The Information Technology degree is perfect
Computer Science degree.
for those with great people skills who are ready
You’ll hit the ground running, specialising in
to work on the front line.
cutting-edge developments in big data, cloud
You’ll graduate with the skills to develop and
computing, mobile computing, games and security,
manage information and communications
and graduate with the skills to build everything from
technology systems and provide customised
mobile apps to software systems.
solutions for your clients’ needs.
Keen to be the next Mark Zuckerberg?
Software Engineering is about developing and managing complex software systems. It’s based on
mathematics and program design and involves extensive skills in coding, testing, analysis and project
management. It’s the degree for people who aspire to a career as a rock star software developer.
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CAREERS,
JOBS,
EMPLOYMENT...
THE BIG
PICTURE
Cyber Security
——There are as many as
one million vacant cyber
security jobs around
the world.*
——Banking is just one
industry investing heavily
in cyber security experts
to help protect them
from hackers.
*Source: See Page 19
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GRADUATES WITH TECHNOLOGY QUALIFICATIONS
ARE HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER WITH COMPANIES
INVESTING HEAVILY IN CLOUD COMPUTING,
COMPUTER SECURITY, ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
AND DEVICE INTERCONNECTIVITY. ACCORDING
TO SEEK’S RECENT EMPLOYMENT INDEX
REPORT*, IT JOB ADS WERE UP 57 PER CENT
ON PREVIOUS YEARS.
What the Big Boss Wants
Programmers, IT analysts and software developers have a diverse set of
skills. These are some of the skills that will get you noticed in the IT industry:
——complex problem-solving
——systems evaluation
——programming
——critical thinking
——systems analysis
——operations analysis
——judgement and decision-making
——active listening
Where Your Skills Will Take You
Fast Facts
Programming, IT development and software specialists are employed by many
——There are about
85,600 programmers
employed in Australia with
more than 90 per cent of
these positions full-time.
different companies and organisations in many different roles, including:
——Researching, consulting, analysing
and evaluating system program
needs.
——Identifying technology limitations
and deficiencies in existing systems
and associated processes,
procedures and methods.
——Testing, debugging, diagnosing
and correcting errors and faults
in an application’s programming
language. They do this using
established testing protocols,
guidelines and quality standards to
ensure programs and applications
perform to specification.
——Writing and maintaining program
code to meet system requirements,
system designs and technical
specifications, in line with quality
accredited standards.
——Writing, updating and maintaining
technical programs, end-user
documentation and operational
procedures.
——Providing advice, guidance and
expertise in developing proposals
and strategies for software design.
These activities include financial
evaluation and costings for
recommending software purchases
and upgrades.
——According to the
Australian Department of
Employment, the number
of programming jobs will
grow by 17.2 per cent
to 100,200 by the start
of 2020.
——Almost 55 per cent of
software and applications
programmers have a
degree qualification.
Source: See Page 19
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WHY
RMIT?
RMIT COMPUTER SCIENCE AND IT PROGRAMS PREPARE YOU FOR TODAY’S
DIGITAL CHALLENGES AND PROVIDE YOU WITH A GLIMPSE OF HOW WE’LL
INTERACT WITH TECHNOLOGY IN THE FUTURE.
Flexibility
You can customise your degree
and build a flexible skill set with a
combination of courses that match
your passions and talents. Select
from a range of majors – or why not
major in business or double up
with engineering?
There are six computer science
major streams and six IT streams offered
at RMIT, each offering cutting-edge
courses that reflect today’s innovative
and emerging technologies.
Industry-Connected and
Work Ready
At RMIT, you’re not just learning
theory – you’re solving real-life industry
problems and developing market-ready
software.
You’ll benefit from the most up-to-date,
innovative and industry-relevant
courses, giving you the practical skills
and knowledge that employers need
and value.
Dedicated Industry Advisory
Committees work in consultation with
staff to advise on program structure
and content according to changes in
technology and practice.
You’ll develop close ties with industry
and you might even find yourself
working part-time before you’ve
finished your degree… stepping
straight into a bright future in IT.
A Connected Community
RMIT’s graduates are employed
as computing professionals and
entrepreneurs in fields such as
commerce, business, scientific
research, engineering and government.
The RMIT programming club provides a
fun and social way for you to familiarise
yourself with team-based project work,
pursue your passion for programming
and enter international competitions.
It brings together students from a
variety of backgrounds, and allows you
to learn from senior student mentors.
Facilities
Global and Recognised
VxLab
——RMIT is among the world’s top
150 universities for computer
science and information systems.
(QS World University Rankings by
Subject 2016).
The virtual ‘x’ laboratory (VxLab) is
the only academic facility in Australia
to combine connectivity to industrial
automation labs with the latest
high-resolution visualisation and
cloud computing capabilities.
VxLab provides opportunities for global
collaboration in research areas such as
heavy industry, games and immersive
experiences in virtual and augmented
reality, building and construction
management, as well as offering
new remote teaching initiatives.
In addition, members of industry are
involved in key research projects and
work-integrated learning placements.
Current partnerships include
representatives from top organisations
such as Deloitte, ANZ, the Alfred
Hospital, Australian Computer Society,
Google, Agilent Technologies, IBM
and Multimedia Victoria.
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Programming Club
VxLab offers a distributed virtual laboratory experience.
——RMIT has globally recognised
strengths in both applied and
theoretical research within computer
science and IT, attracting top talent
in pursuit of world-class research.
——RMIT is rated “above world
standard” by the Australian
Research Council for research in
the fields of Artificial Intelligence
and Image Processing and
Information Systems.
World-Class Research
RMIT’s research is collaborative
with industry and other partners.
Areas of focus include:
——artificial intelligence
——information retrieval
——computer science
education research
——cyberspace and security
——data analytics
——evolutionary computing
and machine learning
——intelligent agents
——digital business and innovation
——digital disruption and strategy
COMPUTER
SCIENCE
IF YOU’RE GOOD AT MATHS AND WANT TO KNOW HOW TO
MANIPULATE DATA AND CREATE SOFTWARE, A DEGREE IN
COMPUTER SCIENCE IS FOR YOU.
With an emphasis on programming and software development,
a computer science degree will allow you to major in big data,
mobile computing, security, cloud computing, web systems, games,
or application programming.
Computer science has foundations in theory and mathematics and
leads to advanced developments in artificial intelligence, software
development, intelligent systems, bioinformatics, computer visions
and other areas.
Edeline Amelia
Bachelor of Computer Science
Computer science graduate Edeline
loves the industry because she gets
to create products that directly
impact people’s lives by making
processes simpler.
“Being exposed to computers from a
young age, I’d always wondered how
it all worked, how we can make
computers act like a human, how our
profile dynamically loads to a webpage,
and how to make an e-commerce
website, so I decided to turn this
curiosity into a career.
“I chose to study at RMIT as it is well
known for delivering quality IT courses
and each course combines theory and
practical experience. I also liked having
the flexibility in choice of subjects.
“I think it is a really interesting field –
every day has something new and
there’s no limit to the innovative things
that will come.”
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Computer scientists design and develop all types of software –
from systems infrastructure (such as operating systems and
communications programs) to application technologies
(including web browsers, databases and search engines).
They work in multiskilled teams on innovative projects or research
to create these capabilities and develop effective ways to solve
computing problems.
A degree in computer science is for you if you:
——are good at maths
——want to learn to code
——have good technical skills
——enjoy problem-solving
STUDENT HIGHLIGHT
Smog Game is an award-winning iPad game that shows
children the benefit of reducing their carbon footprint.
Developed by RMIT computer science student Josh Caratelli
with his old high school mate Liam McLachlan, the game
is available on Apple’s App Store for iPad, iPhone and
iPod touch.
While developing the game during his final year of high school,
Josh was also studying programming as part of the VCE
Extend program at RMIT, which led him to study the Bachelor
of Computer Science at RMIT.
Smog Game is a colour-matching game that shows children
the benefit of reducing their ‘Smog’ carbon footprint.
www.rmit.edu.au/study-with-us/levels-of-study/
pre-university-study/vce-extend
Watch the trailer
https://youtu.be/o66nve-fyzo
S T U D Y AT R M I T
BP094 | Bachelor of Computer Science
You’ll graduate with excellent programming skills and be capable of designing, implementing and
maintaining complex software systems.
You’ll gain both practical and theoretical skills to build innovative software applications, like those that
drive iPads, Facebook, intelligent robots and more.
You can choose from a range of majors within computer science including application programming;
big data; cloud computing; games, graphics and digital media; mobile computing; security; and
web systems.
Campus
City
Duration
3 years
Selection Mode
ATAR
(2016: 76.60)
You can also study a combination of additional computer science electives instead of undertaking a
major study.
Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 25 in one of Mathematical Methods (CAS) or Specialist Mathematics;
and a study score of at least 25 in any English (except EAL) or at least 30 in English (EAL).
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/bp094
PathwayDuration of pathway program
ADg Information Technology
2 years
Additional duration
1.5 years
BH094 | Bachelor of Engineering (Electronic and Communication Engineering) (Honours) and
Bachelor of Computer Science double degree
Combine electronic and communication engineering with computer science.
You’ll develop knowledge and skills to use semiconductor devices to create a wide variety of products
and systems. You’ll also learn how electronic, photonic and electromagnetic devices exchange
information over wireless or wired channels.
You’ll be able to specialise in your final year and complete a major design project to make you work ready.
Campus
City
Duration
5 years
Selection Mode
ATAR –
Not Published
This double degree includes a 12-week engineering industry experience component and is accredited
by Engineers Australia.
Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 25 in Mathematical Methods (CAS) or Specialist Mathematics; and
a study score of at least 25 in any English (except EAL) or at least 30 in English (EAL).
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/bh094
BH091 | Bachelor of Engineering (Computer and Network Engineering) (Honours) and
Bachelor of Computer Science double degree
Campus
City
You’ll be able to work with the hardware and structure of computer systems, as well as the software that
is used to control them.
Duration
5 years
The computer and network component of the degree provides you with skills in embedded computer
systems as well as the design, implementation and maintenance of digital communication networks.
Selection Mode
ATAR
(2016: 82.10)
This double degree includes a 12-week engineering industry experience component and is accredited
by Engineers Australia.
Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 25 in Mathematical Methods (CAS) or Specialist Mathematics
and a study score of at least 25 in any English (except EAL) or at least 30 in English (EAL).
Double Up
Graduates of double degrees
have a wide range of
sought-after skills.
They have excellent job
opportunities and career
prospects, and the potential to
be leaders in their professions.
Businesses will spend more on
software and computer systems
in the next five years and the
demand for graduates with
both engineering and computer
science expertise is expected
to be very high.
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/bh091
ADg = Associate Degree.
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SOFTWARE
ENGINEERING
DEVELOP YOUR PROGRAMMING AND SOFTWARE DESIGN
SKILLS AND UNDERSTAND THE FULL POTENTIAL OF
LARGE-SCALE AND HIGHLY EFFICIENT PRODUCTS
AND SYSTEMS FOR A RANGE OF INDUSTRIES.
Software engineering is about the application of a systematic,
disciplined, quantifiable approach to the design, development,
deployment and maintenance of software.
Software engineers focus on the software development
life cycle and have extensive skills developing and managing
complex software systems. Software engineers are also
involved in analysis and design, coding, testing, deployment,
project management and other critical areas.
Beyza Yalavac
Bachelor of Software Engineering
Beyza is turning her fascination with
technology innovation into a career
that can help shape the digital world.
“I’ve always enjoyed solving puzzles
and the idea of creating something, so
after looking into software engineering,
I realised I could create new software
programs to help improve the quality
of our lives.
“RMIT appealed to me because of its
focus on practical work rather than just
theory. You really get to connect with all
of the teaching staff, and get to know
them on a first name basis.
“This degree gives you an incredible
amount of practical work to prepare
you for the corporate world. It includes
a full-time internship in your third year
where you can put the theory you gained
into practice.”
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This degree goes beyond programming to assess and meet
user needs – design software and develop systems to meet
specific performance objectives. There is also an industry
placement in third year that will provide you with valuable
practical experience in a work setting. This industry experience
forms the basis of your studies in your final year.
A degree in software engineering is for you if you:
——want to develop large-scale software
——enjoy working as part of a team
——want to create highly efficient products and systems
——enjoy maths and systems design combined with
computer science
Fangzhou (Charles) He
Bachelor of Software Engineering
Charles recently graduated from the Bachelor of Software
Engineering and secured a job in the industry.
“If you’re interested in the IT field you should consider software
engineering. The degree includes a one-year internship and a
one-semester corporate project that will ensure you are
connected with industry and ready for the workforce.
“Since graduation I have started working as a full stack developer
including front-end, back-end and mobile app development for
web, iOS and Chrome.”
S T U D Y AT R M I T
STUDENT HIGHLIGHT
BP096 | Bachelor of Software Engineering
You will learn the software engineering principles and
practices to acquire the extensive skills necessary for
developing and managing complex, quality-measured
software systems, studying analysis and design,
coding, testing, deployment, project management
and other critical areas.
You will also undertake an industry placement in
third year.
Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 25 in one
of Mathematical Methods (CAS) or Specialist Mathematics; and
a study score of at least 25 in any English (except EAL) or at least
30 in English (EAL).
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/bp096
PathwayDuration ofAdditional duration
pathway program
Associate Professor John Thangarajah (left) and student Kirolos Kaldas working on their remotely controlled Lego robot arm.
Associate Professor Thangarajah said
projects like this could help people with
injuries or disabilities do things they
thought were beyond them.
“Creating accessible and affordable
technology can make a difference to
people’s lives without costing the earth,”
Thangarajah said.
2 years
2 years
Campus
City
A ‘Gripping’ Project
Second year software engineering
student Kirolos Kaldas collaborated
with Associate Professor John
Thangarajah on a project to create
and remotely control a Lego robot
arm using a Myo armband.
ADg Information Technology
The project looked at remotely controlling
a Lego arm via a Myo armband, which
is a low cost device that can detect
human hand gestures by proprietary
electromyography (EMG) sensors.
Duration
4 years
Selection Mode
ATAR (2016: 82.00)
ADg = Associate Degree.
Different hand gestures can be
recognised based on the EMG results
from the movement of the muscles, as
each movement has its own unique
EMG signal. The robotic arm was built
by Kirolos using Lego Mindstorm.
This project has a number of
applications, from offering a cheap
alternative to artificial limbs, to providing
a safe way to perform hazardous tasks
or as a crucial aid for people suffering
from Parkinson’s disease.
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INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
BUSINESS, GOVERNMENT, HEALTH CARE, SCHOOLS AND
ORGANISATIONS OF EVERY KIND ARE DEPENDENT ON
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY.
IT graduates install networks, administer systems, design and
build web applications, develop multimedia resources, install
communication equipment, manage digital communications,
and plan and manage companies’ technology upgrades.
They work in areas including app development, cloud
computing, mobile computing, social media, web systems
or multimedia.
Combining theory and project experience, an IT qualification
Joshua Beale
Bachelor of Information Technology
Joshua is studying a Bachelor of
Information technology and is part
of the CSIT mentoring program.
and support the people who use them – from network and
data administration to programming and client support.
A degree in IT is for you if you:
“I enjoy the mentoring program as I
get to help newer students understand
difficult concepts in their subjects.
——want a computing career that features a mix of technical
“The degree has really improved my
knowledge in the field as well as my
problem-solving and analytical skills.
——are focused on user needs, digital tools and systems
“The degree is flexible and you can
take a minor study area. If you take
one unit and decide you don’t really
want to do the other three, you can
always use the unit as a student
elective, which allows you to look
at some different learning areas.”
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from RMIT gives you the skills to develop IT infrastructures
and people issues
——enjoy problem solving
STUDENT HIGHLIGHT
Student Project Gives Birth
to Hugely Successful App
A final-year project by two RMIT IT
students has developed into an app
that has been downloaded more than
half a million times.
The First Time Pregnancy app was created
by Henry Bezuidenhout and Michael MacRae
(pictured above, left and centre) during their
studies under the supervision of Dr Charles
Thevathayan at RMIT.
The students worked closely with a medical
doctor to ensure the accuracy of their content,
while Dr Thevathayan guided them in applying
the IT principles taught as part of their degree.
The app aims to provide support to first-time
mothers by illustrating how a foetus develops
throughout the prenatal period.
Henry and Michael are now in full swing as
app developers under the moniker of their
own company, amiiSolutions.
Users receive weekly updates on what to
expect, including ‘milestone alerts’ of
important events such as the first heartbeat.
They are currently making the final touches to
the First Time Pregnancy app for iOS and plan
to have it up and running soon.
Staff Profile
S T U D Y AT R M I T
BP162 | Bachelor of Information Technology
IT specialists select the right hardware and software products for an organisation. They also install,
customise and provide ongoing maintenance for these applications.
Campus
City or
RMIT Vietnam
The degree allows you to major in application programming, business applications, cloud computing,
mobile computing, multimedia design, social media, system administration, and web systems.
Duration
3 years
Combining your knowledge of IT theory and practice with hands-on expertise, you’ll be able to develop
an organisation’s technology infrastructure and support the people who use it.
Selection Mode
ATAR
(2016: 68.20)
Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 20 in mathematics (any) and a study score of at least 25 in
any English (except EAL) or at least 30 in English (EAL).
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/bp162
PathwayDuration of pathway program
ADg Information Technology
2 years
Additional duration
1 year
BP232 | Bachelor of Technology (Computing Studies)
This degree allows you to build a solid foundation in programming and IT, while offering you the
flexibility to engage with non-IT topics so you can personalise your degree.
Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 25 in any English (except EAL) or at least 30 in English (EAL).
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/bp232
PathwayDuration of pathway program
ADg Information Technology
2 years
Additional duration
1 year
AD006 | Associate Degree in Information Technology
This two-year program will enable you to develop the knowledge and technical skills essential for
a career in the IT industry. The program also provides you with a pathway into a relevant degree to
further strengthen your analytical and practical skills.
Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 20 in mathematics (any) and a study score of at least 20 in any
English (except EAL) or at least 25 in English (EAL).
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/ad006
C5341 | Diploma of Information Technology
National Curriculum Code: ICT50115
This program focuses on the practical application of business IT skills in the areas of programming,
web design and development (including content management systems), operating systems,
networking, data modelling and database design and implementation.
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/c5341
C4378 | Certificate IV in Information Technology Networking
National Curriculum Code: ICT40415
You will develop technical skills in networks, database administration, programming and client support.
This program provides the skills and knowledge for you to install and manage small-scale networks,
either as an independent network support technician or as part of a team.
This program provides a pathway into a vocational degree. You will learn a variety of disciplines to
meet the needs of the information and communications technology industry.
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/c4378
ADg = Associate Degree.
Campus
City
Duration
3 years
Selection Mode
ATAR
(2016: 60.25)
Campus
City
Duration
2 years
Selection Mode
ATAR
(2016: 50.20)
Campus
City
Duration
1 year
Selection Mode
ATAR –
Not Published
Campus
City
Duration
1 year
Selection Mode
ATAR –
Not Published
“Due to emerging technologies
such as cloud computing, data
analytics, ambience intelligence
and the Internet of Things, the IT
sector has a lot to offer at the
moment and it’s definitely where
the jobs of the future will be.”
RMIT computer science lecturer
Shekhar Kalra is an expert in web
technology and has been recognised by
Victoria’s Department of Education for
inspiring students and cultivating curiosity.
“The field of IT is changing in leaps
and bounds and students need to be
equipped with the latest knowledge
and resources in order to thrive in this
dynamic area.
“My teaching is focused on helping
students develop high-level industry
skills in computer science. I’m
passionate about teaching the
next generation of IT experts.
“As a lecturer in undergraduate and
postgraduate studies at RMIT, my
expertise lies within the areas of web
technology, enterprise-level architecture
and cloud computing.
“The ever-changing and exciting nature
of web technology attracted me to this
field many years ago. During my masters
degree, I specialised in internet and
web computing and later worked in
the industry as a solution architect.
The mechanics of this area have changed
completely over the past few years –
there’s always something new to learn.
“Some of the things I enjoy most
about being at RMIT is delving into the
technology and engaging with students
to teach them practical skills in
preparation for their career.”
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GAMES,
ANIMATION AND
INTERACTIVE
MEDIA
MELBOURNE PLAYS AN INTEGRAL PART IN AUSTRALIA’S
VIBRANT AND GROWING ANIMATION, GAMES AND
INTERACTIVE MEDIA INDUSTRIES.
We’re home to independent start-ups and small gaming and app
development studios, as well as being a hub for award-winning
animation and VFX companies like Iloura which has worked on
Hollywood blockbusters like Mad Max: Fury Road and The
Spongebob Movie: Sponge Out of Water 3D.
Develop your programming, digital art and design talents to
create characters, environments and worlds for platforms such
Daniel Kidney
Bachelor of Arts (Games Graphics
Design)* and Bachelor of Information
Technology (Games and Graphics
Programming)
You’ll study in creative studios and workshop that encourage
Daniel is currently working in the UK
after graduating from Bachelors in
games and graphic design, and games
and graphics programming.
ready to work in this rapidly expanding field.
“I chose to study at RMIT because of its
vibrant cross-disciplinary environment
and connected student community.
Programmers worked in groups
alongside designers and artists, in
a way that is similar to industry.”
——are looking for a career in the digital design field
*This program has been replaced by the
Bachelor of Design (Games).
STUDENT HIGHLIGHT
RMIT Student Wins Freeplay Award
Marigold Bartlett is a recent graduate of the
Bachelor of Design (Games). She specialises
in illustration and concept art. Marigold
worked as art director on a project called
Movement Study 1, which in 2015 won the
prize for Best Visual Art at Australia’s biggest
and longest-running independent games
festival, the Freeplay Awards.
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as computers, consoles and mobile devices.
artistic and intellectual investigation. Strong industry connections
will give you valuable workplace experience so you’ll graduate
A degree in games and interactive media is for you if you:
——want to produce games and visual elements to give people
amazing interactive experiences
——want to combine your design skills and digital technology
STUDENT HIGHLIGHT
Award Winning RMIT Graduate Lands Dream Role
Having recently finished her
Bachelor of Information Technology
(Games and Graphics Programming),
Cherie Davidson has made her
mark on the local games scene.
In 2015, she was named by MCV Pacific
as one of the 75 most influential women
across all facets of the Australian and
New Zealand games industries. After a
four-month placement in London with
award-winning game development studio
Media Molecule – thanks to Film Victoria’s
Games Professional Placement Initiative
– she recently accepted a position as
associate producer.
How would you describe what you do?
I'm a jack-of-all-trades: digital artist,
programmer, developer and creator. I can
build a game from scratch by myself, but
I generally prefer working in a team in the
area of technical art and production where
my programming and creative skills can
come together.
What are you hoping to achieve over
the next few years?
I want to absorb as much knowledge as
I can from the team, work hard, make
amazing games and eventually return to
Melbourne and start my own studio.
What’s your advice to anyone keen
on entering the games industry?
Follow your heart. Games are absolutely
run on passion. You don’t get into game
development for the pay or job security,
but you will end up meeting and working
with the most amazing people in one of
the most creative, engaging fields.
One of the most important things I’ve
learned is that if you don’t have a
definitive life-plan, don’t sweat it. Just
go with the flow, do what you love and
do it well. Take as many opportunities
as you can and never stop learning.
S T U D Y AT R M I T
BP215 | Bachelor of Information Technology (Games and Graphics Programming)
In this degree, you will learn to write code and use game-development engines to create
computer or video games.
You’ll work with artists and producers to create or modify a game to enhance its capabilities,
incorporating digital graphics, animation, sound, video, photographs and images.
Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 25 in one of Mathematical Methods (CAS) or Specialist
Mathematics; and a study score of at least 25 in any English (except EAL) or at least 30 in English (EAL).
Campus
City
The Facts
Duration
4 years
Who Plays
Selection Mode
ATAR
(2016: 75.30)
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/bp215
PathwayDuration of pathway program
ADg Information Technology
2 years
Additional duration
2.5 years
BP214 | Bachelor of Design (Games)
Become skilled in producing rich interactive experiences by developing your conceptual game
design and specialist art skills.
This unique degree provides specialist training in computer-generated design with particular
emphasis on game studies and art practice. You’ll study design, narrative, imaging, modelling
and animation (2D and 3D), concept art and game environments.
Campus
City
Duration
3 years
Selection Mode
Selection Task
Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL.
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/bp214
PathwayDuration of pathway program
Adv Screen and Media (Interactive plan)
1 year
2 years
This is one of the top animation programs in Victoria that specialises in 2D and 3D animation,
motion graphics, special effects and interactive media design.
This degree looks at animation in all its forms, from the animated character to motion graphics
across linear and interactive environments. Presented in a creative and supportive environment,
the degree focuses on intellectual investigation and conceptual development.
Upon graduating, you will have strong technical abilities within design, media and art disciplines.
Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL.
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/bp203
PathwayDuration of pathway program
Adv Screen and Media
1 year
ADg = Associate Degree. Adv = Advanced Diploma.
of homes with children
have computer games
68%
of Australians play
video games
of game households have
three or more game devices
Games and Benefits
say video games can improve
89% thinking skills
say video games can improve
79% coordination and dexterity
76%
Additional duration
BP203 | Bachelor of Design (Animation and Interactive Media)
98%
65%
say video games increase
mental stimulation
Campus
City
Learning and Work
Duration
3 years
24%
35%
Selection Mode
Selection Task
have used video games
at work for training
say their children have
used video games for
school curriculum
Source: Jeffrey Brand and Stewart Todhunter,
Digital Australia 2016, IGEA, 2015.
Additional duration
2 years
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INFORMATION
SYSTEMS
COMBINE YOUR BUSINESS SKILLS WITH SPECIALIST
STUDIES IN INFORMATION SYSTEMS.
Go into roles such as business, data or systems analyst; database
Alex Lunnon
Information Systems (Applied) Graduate
2010
Starts business information
systems degree at RMIT.
2012
Industry placement
(RMIT Cooperative
Education program).
2013
Works for Nitro.
Six months living in San
Francisco, which includes travel
between development teams
in Slovakia and San Francisco.
Studies remotely thanks to
RMIT’s flexible delivery options.
2014
Completes RMIT degree.
Further develops marketing
skills.
designer and administrator; programming and software support
officer; infrastructure and network manager; or systems architect.
Information systems professionals focus on the people and
business processes of an organisation. You will address challenges
and develop solutions relating to the use of technology to collect,
process, store, analyse and distribute information.
You will also understand how integrating IT solutions with business
processes drives innovation, productivity and business success.
You will be highly valued by employers given your understanding
of business practice and outstanding IT and problem-solving skills,
allowing you to communicate effectively in a variety of industries.
RMIT’s degrees are accredited by the Australian Computer Society.
Product Manager at Nitro,
then Flippa.
2016
Senior Product Manager, Nitro.
Applying IT, business
and marketing knowledge:
——market trends analysis
and future planning
——be a customer advocate
——develops and executes
roadmap for entire
product life cycle
S T U D Y AT R M I T
BP138 | Bachelor of Business (Information Systems) (Applied)
BP308 | Bachelor of Business (Information Systems)
Campus
City
These degrees combine IT skills with business knowledge.
Duration
4 years (Applied)
3 years
This means that when software, apps or systems are designed and coded and
hardware is built, you can apply your strategic thinking, knowledge of marketing
and business analysis skills to ensure the IT solution is scalable for enterprises and
saleable to users.
The three-year degree is ideal if you want to explore a second major or minors to suit
your future career. The four-year degree includes a compulsory industry placement
and business design project.
Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 25 in any English (except EAL) or at least
30 in English (EAL).
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/bp138
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/bp308
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Selection Mode
ATAR
4 year –
Not Published
3 year –
(2016: 65.65)
Kimberley Johnson
Associate Degree in Information Technology
The Associate Degree in Information Technology has opened up
several options for Kimberley in her bid to find a place in the IT industry.
“The knowledge and practical skills I’ve gained from this program mean
I’m confident I’ll find a rewarding job further down the track, and I know
what I need to do to become a successful IT professional.
“If you have a passion for IT and are considering this program, I would
definitely recommend it. The associate degree is a valuable pathway into
a job or a degree, if you want to continue your studies.”
PATHWAYS
AT RMIT, THERE’S MORE THAN ONE WAY TO REACH YOUR GOAL.
ASSOCIATE DEGREES AND THE DIPLOMA OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
PROVIDE A RANGE OF STUDY OPTIONS TO HELP YOU GET WHERE YOU
WANT TO GO.
Associate Degree in Information Technology
Diploma of Information Technology
The Associate Degree in Information Technology is
your pathway to a future in IT.
When you successfully complete the Diploma of Information
Technology you can gain entry to a range of other RMIT
programs. The grades you achieve determine the programs
you can get into and the amount of credit you will receive.
When you successfully complete the Associate Degree in
Information Technology you can gain entry to a range of other
RMIT programs. The grades you achieve plus any other program
requirements determine the programs you can get into and the
amount of credit you will receive.
If you achieve a minimum Grade Point Averege (GPA) of 2.0
out of 4.0, you will receive four semesters of advanced standing
(equivalent to 192 credit points) in the following degrees:
—— Bachelor of Information Technology
—— Bachelor of Technology (Computing Studies)
If you achieve a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0, you may be
eligible to receive two semesters of advanced standing (equivalent
to 96 credit points) in the following degrees. Selection is based on
academic merit and credit is not guaranteed:
—— Bachelor of Computer Science
—— Bachelor of Software Engineering
If you achieve a cumulative GPA of 1.0 out of 4.0/50% Weighted
Average Mark (WAM), you will be eligible to apply for the
following program:
—— Associate Degree in Business
If you achieve a cumulative GPA of 2.0 out of 4.0/60% WAM,
you will be eligible to apply for the following degrees:
—— Bachelor of Business (Accountancy)
—— Bachelor of Business (Economics and Finance)
—— Bachelor of Business (Entrepreneurship)
—— Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management)
—— Bachelor of Business (Information Systems)
—— Bachelor of Business (International Business)
—— Bachelor of Business (Logistics and Supply Chain
Management)
If you achieve a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0, you may be
eligible to receive one semester of advanced standing
(equivalent to 72 credit points) in the Bachelor of Information
Technology (Games and Graphics Programming). Selection
is based on academic merit and credit is not guaranteed.
—— Bachelor of Business (Management)
Associate Degree in Health Sciences
—— Bachelor of Business (Economics and Finance) (Applied)
Graduates of the health information management stream
within the Associate Degree in Health Sciences with a minimum
GPA of 2.0 out of 4.0 are guaranteed entry into:
—— Bachelor of Business (Information Systems) (Applied)
—— Bachelor of Business (Marketing)
If you achieve a cumulative GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0/70% WAM,
you will be eligible to apply for the following degrees:
—— Bachelor of Business (Information Systems) (Applied)
—— Bachelor of Business (International Business) (Applied)
—— Bachelor of Business (Logistics and Supply Chain
Management) (Applied)
—— Bachelor of Business (Marketing) (Applied)
—— Bachelor of Business (Professional Accountancy)
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HOW TO APPLY
Before applying for a program at RMIT, refer to the program information available
at www.rmit.edu.au/study-with-us . All the information you need to apply is at
www.rmit.edu.au/study-with-us/applying-to-rmit .
Semester 1
How to Apply
by Program and
Student Type
Current Year Non-Year 12
12 Students Students
RMIT
Students
or Recent
Graduates
Degree and associate
degree
VTAC
application
VTAC
application
Direct
application
Certificate IV, diploma,
advanced diploma
VTAC
application
VTAC or direct
application
Direct
application
Certificate III and below*
RMIT
school-based
application
RMIT
school-based
application
RMIT
school-based
application
*Some certificate III and below programs are administered by direct application. This will be explained
in the individual program information available at www.rmit.edu.au/study-with-us .
Current Year 12 Students
Selection Tasks
If you are a current Year 12 student
applying for Semester 1, you must apply
through VTAC for all programs except
some that are certificate III and below,
which may require you to submit an
RMIT school-based application.
Many programs at RMIT have selection
tasks as part of the selection process,
such as:
Non-Year 12 Students
—— a folio
If you are a non-Year 12 student
applying for Semester 1, you must apply
for degrees and associate degrees
through VTAC but have the choice of
applying for certificate IV, diploma and
advanced diplomas either through VTAC
or direct to RMIT. Please select one
application method only.
RMIT Students and
Recent Graduates
Current RMIT students and recent
graduates can fast-track their application
for a new program by applying direct to
RMIT as an internal applicant.
RMIT’s My Brochure
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Mid-Year Entry
(Semester 2)
Not all RMIT programs will accept
applications for mid-year entry.
A list of programs accepting
mid-year applications is published
in May on the RMIT website
(www.rmit.edu.au/midyear).
—— an interview
—— a test
—— a supplementary form or
pre-selection kit
It is very important that you carefully
read any instructions to complete a
program’s selection tasks. Selection
tasks are listed under programs on the
VTAC or the RMIT websites. These
selection tasks are compulsory.
Applications without selection tasks
will not be considered.
Entry Requirements
To be considered for admission, you
must meet RMIT University entry
requirements as well as specific program
entry requirements. For more information
please refer to the program information
available on the RMIT website
(www.rmit.edu.au/study-with-us).
Study Scores
Study scores listed in this guide are
subject to change.
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RMIT University acknowledges the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nations as
the traditional owners of the land on which the University stands. RMIT University
respectfully recognises Elders both past and present. We also acknowledge the
traditional custodians of lands across Australia where we conduct business,
their Elders, Ancestors, cultures and heritage.
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FEES EXPLAINED
Tuition Fees for
Certificates, Diplomas
and Advanced Diplomas
The tuition fees you pay depend on
whether you are offered a Victorian
Government–subsidised place or a
full-fee place, based on the eligibility
criteria.
Victorian Government–Subsidised
Places
For eligible students, this training is
delivered with Victorian and
Commonwealth Government funding.
Tuition fees for a government-subsidised
place vary according to each program.
For a full list of program fees for a
government-subsidised place visit
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/fees/
vocational/govtsub .
You will be offered a governmentsubsidised place if you meet the
eligibility criteria based on your
citizenship, age, prior education, the
number of programs you are studying in
the current year and the number of
government-subsidised programs you
have commenced in your lifetime at
each level.
Check your eligibility using the eligibility
calculator at www.rmit.edu.au/
programs/apply/vocational/eligibility .
If you are applying for a governmentsubsidised place, you will be required to
provide documentation to establish your
eligibility.
You will be enrolled according to how
qualifications are defined in the relevant
industry training package. This may
impact on your eligibility for a
government-subsidised place for
individual qualifications. For more
information visit www.rmit.edu.au/
programs/apply/vocational/eligibility .
Fee Concession
You may be entitled to a concession
on your tuition fees if you are in a
government-subsidised place and
you meet the eligibility criteria.
For more information about the
eligibility criteria and how to apply visit
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/fees/
vocational/concession .
Full-Fee Places
If you do not meet the criteria for a
government-subsidised place, you will
be offered a full-fee place. Tuition fees
for a full-fee place vary according to
each program. For a full list of program
fees for full-fee places visit www.rmit.
edu.au/programs/fees/vocational/
fullfee .
Financial assistance may be available
through the VET Student Loans scheme.
VET Student Loans
Subject to the passage of legislation,
VET Student Loans will commence on
1 January 2017, replacing the current
VET FEE‑HELP scheme. Information
about the new program can be found at
www.education.gov.au/vet-studentloans .
Tuition Fees for Degrees
and Associate Degrees
Commonwealth Supported Places
A Commonwealth supported place is a
place at university where the tuition fee
is jointly paid by you and the Australian
Government. Your share of the fee
(student contribution) is set by the
government and is determined by the
discipline areas (bands) of your individual
enrolled courses, not the overall
program. For more information about
what fees you will pay in 2017 visit
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/fees .
HECS-HELP
You may be eligible to defer payment of
the student contribution through the
HECS-HELP loan scheme if you are an
Australian citizen or holder of an
Australian Permanent Humanitarian Visa.
You must pay your student contribution
up front if you are a New Zealand citizen
or permanent resident (other than
Australian Permanent Humanitarian Visa
holder). For more information visit
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/fees/
helploans/hecs-help .
Full-Fee Places
Students in full-fee places are required
to pay a tuition fee that covers the full
tuition costs of their program. Financial
assistance may be available through
the FEE-HELP scheme. The tuition fees
vary according to each program and
are adjusted on an annual basis. Visit
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/fees for
more information.
FEE-HELP
FEE-HELP is an optional loan scheme
that assists eligible students to defer
payment of up to 100 per cent of their
tuition fees. To learn more about
FEE-HELP visit www.rmit.edu.au/
programs/fees/helploans/fee-help .
Other Fees
In addition to tuition fees, you will be
charged a student services and
amenities fee (SSAF). Eligible higher
education students will be able to defer
payment of the fee through SA-HELP.
For more information visit
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/fees/ssaf .
You may also be required to purchase
items related to your program, including
field trips, specified textbooks and
equipment. These expenses vary from
program to program.
For more information visit
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/fees/other .
Scholarships
RMIT offers more than 2000 coursework
and research scholarships to vocational
and higher education students.
Equity scholarships provide an
opportunity for students who have
experienced financial or educational
disadvantage to achieve their academic
goals, while merit scholarships recognise
and award outstanding academic
success.
www.rmit.edu.au/scholarships
RMIT University’s Registered Training
Organisation (RTO) code is 3046.
Fee information relates to 2017 and should only be used as a guide. Fees are set on an annual basis and may be subject to change each calendar year.
www.rmit.edu.au/programs/fees
Sources
Page 2: Extract from “Choose your ‘X’ factor” by Ben Skuse, www.careerswithstem.com/code/2015/10/08/choose-your-x-factor.
Page 4: NineMSN article on 24 March 2016, www.ninemsn.com.au/article/9100421.
Page 5: Software and Applications Programmers: Tasks, Job Outlook, Department of Employment, joboutlook.gov.au/occupation.aspx?search=alpha&code=2613.
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